John Kerry actually said...

President Obama has made clear, we don't seek to impose our political system on other nations, but that does not mean that we do not actively promote good governance and respect for fundamental human rights.

Context

Kerry emphasizes promoting governance and human rights without imposing U.S. political systems.

12/14/2009

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